How do I contact Dr. Claudette Lajam?

You can contact Dr. Claudette Lajam at 718-544-1543. The practice is located at 9785 Queens Blvd in Rego Park, New York.

What procedures does Dr. Claudette Lajam specialize in?

Dr. Claudette Lajam is an orthopedic surgeon in Rego Park, New York specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Claudette Lajam performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Claudette Lajam has performed 59 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Claudette Lajam's ranking in New York?

Dr. Claudette Lajam is ranked #128 overall in New York for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Claudette Lajam accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Claudette Lajam is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 718-544-1543. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Claudette Lajam, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Claudette Lajam is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rego Park, New York. In 2023, Dr. Lajam performed 33 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#93 in New York) and 26 knee replacements (#152 in New York), for a combined total of 59 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement

33 verified cases

#93 in New York

Knee Replacement

26 verified cases

#152 in New York

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Lajam

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (59 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Lajam, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 718-544-1543

9785 Queens Blvd
Rego Park, NY 11374

NPI: 1548213259

Credentials: M.D.

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 20 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed M.D.

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Claudette Lajam, M.D.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Lajam

Contact & Location

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